Reflections on my first year writing full time
I greatly appreciated the chance to stress test my productivity system this last six months or so. I learned a few important lessons about myself:
- I’m imaginative in the less intensive part of the year and I imagine myself doing more than I’m capable of in the intense part of the year.
- When push came to shove, having a very basic, skeleton plan for
Stress Testing Your Productivity System: Three Tips for When Your Productivity System Fails You – The Sweet Setup
🏣 Your identity isn’t your job title.Leaving corporate life after 20 years was liberating—and terrifying. I learned to detach my self-worth from a title and instead lean into entrepreneurship, where I can build something that aligns with my passions and values. The process wasn’t easy, but it was worth it.🍻 Sobriety is the ultimate life hack.This... See more
Paul Venuto • feed updates
First of all that verb is horrifying to me. I love writing, this is the best job I’ve ever had, and I’ve had really bad jobs that I learned from so I know what to avoid. By hiring writers, and trying to create structure, and not taking on fundraising I reduce the possibility of it becoming a “chore”. In 2025 I hope I can focus on projects besides... See more